Ecuadorian Habano Wrapper Tobacco from China
Unstemmed Habano tobacco leaves from Ecuador, selected for their oily texture and flavor as cigar wrappers, exceeding 35% wrapper content. Classified under HTS 2401.10.29.40 for unmanufactured, not stemmed/stripped tobacco. Ideal for premium handmade cigars.
Duty Rate — China → United States
17.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
9903.88.157.5%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.39, 9903.88.42, 9903.88.44, 9903.88.47, 9903.88.49, 9903.88.51, 9903.88.53, 9903.88.55, 9903.88.57, 9903.88.65, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(r) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(s)
Import Tips
• Include lab analysis proving wrapper tobacco percentage over 35%
• Adhere to aggregate quotas for non-FTA countries like Ecuador
• Avoid bulk packaging that suggests further processing, risking reclassification